Definition

In a way that is cheerful and celebratory, often associated with festivals or special occasions.

Example

The children decorated the hall festively for the holiday party.

Conversation

Are you going to decorate your house for the holiday party?

Of course! I love to do it festively with lots of lights.

That sounds amazing! I can't wait to see how it turns out.

Thanks! I always try to make it feel special and fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Festively → It is formed from "festive" (from Latin *festivus*, meaning of a feast or festival) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "festively" means in a manner that is cheerful and celebratory, like a feast or festival.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'festive' which relates to celebrations and feasts, and remember that 'festively' means doing something in a cheerful, celebratory way.

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